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by Charles Dickens
The novel is set in Kent and London in the early to mid-19th century and contains some of Dickens' most memorable scenes, including the opening in a graveyard, where the young Pip is accosted by the escaped convict, Abel Magwitch. Great Expectations is full of extreme imagery – poverty; prison ships and chains, and fights to the death – and has a colourful cast of characters who have entered popular culture. These include the eccentric Miss Havisham, the beautiful but cold Estella, and Joe, the unsophisticated and kind blacksmith. Dickens's themes include wealth and poverty, love and rejection, and the eventual triumph of good over evil. Great Expectations (popular both with readers and literary critics) has been translated into many languages and adapted numerous times into various media.
10 recommendations similar to Great Expectations
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Another classic by Dickens, it explores themes of personal development and perseverance, with a rich tapestry of characters and social commentary.
A coming-of-age story with a strong focus on personal development and moral growth, similar to Pip's journey in 'Great Expectations'.
by Emily Brontë
Features complex characters and themes of social class and love, much like the relationships in 'Great Expectations'.
by Mark Twain
Shares a similar narrative style with a young protagonist and themes of social justice and personal growth.
by George Eliot
Explores intricate character development and social commentary within a provincial English setting, akin to Dickens' work.
Another Dickens novel focusing on the struggles of an orphan in a harsh society, with strong social criticism and memorable characters.
by Thomas Hardy
Deals with themes of fate, social class, and personal tragedy, offering a poignant narrative like 'Great Expectations'.
by Oscar Wilde
Explores themes of morality, vanity, and societal influence, with a gothic tone that resonates with some elements of 'Great Expectations'.
by William Makepeace Thackeray
A satirical depiction of early 19th-century British society, focusing on the aspirations and moral dilemmas of its characters.
Explores psychological depth and moral dilemmas similar to those faced by Pip, with a focus on the consequences of one's actions.
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